Verdict
At RM368,690 against RM399,900, the Denza Z9 GT costs RM31,210 less and brings 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time. Its 600-km EV range, five seats and 495-litre boot suit long family journeys, but the RM9,140 annual road tax is severe. The Honda Civic Type R is the lighter 1,423-kg, six-speed manual choice, with 272 km/h against 240 km/h, while its RM378 road tax makes petrol ownership easier to budget.
Z9 GT
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want five seats, a 495-litre boot and supercar-rivalling 2.7-second acceleration for less money.
Civic Type R
Pick the Honda Civic Type R if a six-speed manual, 272-km/h top speed and vastly lower annual road tax matter more than rear-seat space and outright acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; Honda Civic Type R RM399,900.
- Motor/engine output: Denza Z9 GT 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm; Honda Civic Type R 315 hp and 420 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Denza Z9 GT 2.7 seconds; Honda Civic Type R 5.5 seconds.
- Top speed: Denza Z9 GT 240 km/h; Honda Civic Type R 272 km/h.
- Annual road tax: Denza Z9 GT RM9,140; Honda Civic Type R RM378.
- Boot space: Denza Z9 GT 495 litres; Honda Civic Type R 410 litres.
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Five seats and a 495-litre boot.
- 600-km EV range, 1,500-kW DC charging and 4-kW V2L.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM378.
- 2,895 kg versus the Civic Type R's 1,423 kg.
- 240-km/h top speed versus 272 km/h.
Civic Type R
- Six-speed manual transmission.
- 272-km/h top speed.
- RM378 annual road tax and a 1,423-kg kerb weight.
- RM31,210 dearer.
- 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 2.7 seconds.
- Four seats and a 410-litre boot versus five seats and 495 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690✓ | RM399,900 |
| Body type | Wagon | Hatchback |
| Segment | Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM378✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 315 hp at 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 420 Nm at 2,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 86 mm × 85.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| Number of Motors | 3 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 122.49 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 600 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 1,500 kW | — |
| V2L | 4 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 5.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 272 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 4,593 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,407 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,734 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 1,423 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 410 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 265/30R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 265/30R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension | Adaptive Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Manual Adjustable, Driver's Seat Height Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-A |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's and Front Passenger's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Auto Parking | Yes, e3 Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | All Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Front and Rear Fridges | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain and High Voltage Battery Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Z9 GT vs Civic Type R FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Honda Civic Type R better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for acceleration, space, EV range and equipment, with 1,140 hp and five seats. The Honda Civic Type R is better if you specifically want a six-speed manual, 272-km/h top speed and RM378 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT is RM31,210 cheaper than the Honda Civic Type R.
Which car carries more people and luggage?
The Denza Z9 GT does. It has five seats and a 495-litre boot, while the Honda Civic Type R has four seats and 410 litres of boot space.
